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Teacher’s Conference Insights on Moral Responsibilities at Panawat
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Teacher’s Conference Insights on Moral Responsibilities at Panawat
… is their duty and responsibility. If they do not, then the society will be filled with individuals who (1) hate themselves, (2) hurt everyone around them, and (3) will not be born as human beings again.…
ในการประชุมครูที่ Panawat ได้เน้นถึงความสำคัญของหน้าที่และจริยธรรมในสังคม พร้อมกับการสอนศีลธรรมในโรงเรียน วัด และที่บ้าน ที่สำคัญคือการทำงานร่วมกันของครูทุกกลุ่มเพื่อสร้างสังคมที่มีคุณธรรม โดยเน้นการป
The Moral Responsibility of Individuals in Society
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The Moral Responsibility of Individuals in Society
…econd parents and they have to accept being the role model for the individuals. Any other person to whom we think is important in our life, for example, our doctor, is only a person who is in and out of …
This text discusses the moral obligations individuals face within their communities. It emphasizes the vital role of teachers as lifelong guides in moral development, contrasting with other temporary
Role Models in Meditation: A Retreat at Panawat
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Role Models in Meditation: A Retreat at Panawat
… is an amazingly beautiful garden that has been built by the gardening staff there and these people who have traveled around the world to collect species of plants and fish for the site. It is a meditati…
Around two hundred teachers from Thailand gathered at Panawat for spiritual talks with Luang Por, focusing on being role models for students. The retreat center offers a beautiful environment with spa
The Process of Learning: Insights from Buddhist Teachings
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The Process of Learning: Insights from Buddhist Teachings
…plements it all – How? So, to repeat: Here are the steps of implementation: (1) Ask the question of who or whom? Who is my own role model? Who should be my children’s? Who should be my children’s teacher…
This text discusses the importance of relevance in teaching, the need for both teacher and student to exhibit patience and discipline, and a structured approach to inquiry in the learning process. It
The Path to Self-Development and Ethical Living
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The Path to Self-Development and Ethical Living
…e, these six directions become interactive and the people around us learn from us as well. Further, whoever has the better standards in life is more successful. So we need to develop ourselves in our own…
This text discusses the importance of self-development through six directions, emphasizing the role of ethical living and the teachings of Buddha in understanding one's mind and actions. It highlights
The Future of Buddhism and Education in Thailand
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The Future of Buddhism and Education in Thailand
Meeting #18 9AM - 19 March 2010 Today, Luang Por is somber. His whole demeanor has changed from one of the joviality he displayed yesterday to one of crucial significa…
In this significant meeting, Luang Por emphasizes the vital role of teachers in shaping the future of Buddhism and education in Thailand. He discusses the three meanings of Dhamma, highlighting the ne
Understanding Wholesome and Unwholesome Actions
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Understanding Wholesome and Unwholesome Actions
…t will eventually stop. It could be rolling into the future, but it will eventually stop rolling. "Wholesome acts are, of course, just the opposite of the unwholesome ones. Anyone who has the Right View…
… this text, the author discusses the consequences of actions in life, emphasizing the importance of wholesome practices such as sharing, charity, encouragement, and recognizing the results of both good a…
Mappings with a Dharma Master
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Mappings with a Dharma Master
…ome good habits, and some bad habits. In all situations, there are people within our six directions who are true, and some are false. And they may change quickly within our lifetime. We move, or we chang…
The text discusses the importance of individual self-awareness and ethical behavior in shaping relationships and society. It emphasizes that one must start with self-improvement through meditation and
Interconnectedness in Education: A Holistic Approach
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Interconnectedness in Education: A Holistic Approach
… roads to ruin as well: drinking, lustfulness, gambling, associating with corrupt people and anyone who thinks that money is GOD. According to the six directions, educational administrators must not only…
This text discusses the interconnectedness of individuals in society and education, highlighting the importance of adhering to moral precepts and avoiding detrimental behaviors. It emphasizes the role
Meditation Techniques for Inner Peace
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Meditation Techniques for Inner Peace
flower or something wholesome that you can easily remember.] is located inside at the center of the body. Maybe you will fi…
This text provides practical steps for maintaining focus during meditation, emphasizing the importance of balance and gentle effort. It suggests using a mantra, 'Samma-Araham', to stabilize the mind a
Meditation Techniques for Achieving Stillness
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Meditation Techniques for Achieving Stillness
…ng, which means to me that I am trying to walk on the path to righteousness. In reality, it means a whole lot more than that, but when I use it, it brings me back into my center. You might also have p…
Incorporate meditation into everyday activities to find stillness anytime. Focus on the importance of relaxing and centering your mind, using mantras like 'Samma Araham' to combat distractions. Acknow
Glossary of Important Terms in Enlightenment
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Glossary of Important Terms in Enlightenment
Glossary Arahant – Someone who has attained enlightenment (or no longer has defilement). This person is free from greed, delusion,…
…text of enlightenment and mindfulness practices. It discusses concepts such as Arahant, individuals who have achieved enlightenment free from defilements like greed and ignorance. 'Boon' refers to the cl…
Quality of Mind: Mankind's Most Precious Resource
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Quality of Mind: Mankind's Most Precious Resource
…roblem to worsen. It is well known that manifest behaviours originate from our inner intentions are wholesome, the thoughts, word, and deed will be unwholesome, then it is no words and deeds become unwho
…Without these elements, individuals struggle with societal challenges, particularly schoolchildren, who face an ethical void in education. As modern values threaten our essence, recognizing the importanc…
The Origins and Impact of the Dhammakaya Foundation
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The Origins and Impact of the Dhammakaya Foundation
…ination programme gave training to hundreds of university students, a steadily increasing number of whom swelled the number of residents in the temple community, numbering 652 monks and 263 novices, a 11…
The Dhammakaya Foundation was established on 20 February 1970 with a focus on minimalistic yet durable structures for spiritual practice. H.R.H. Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn provided the foundation
Father's Day and Massed Male Meditation Retreat
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Father's Day and Massed Male Meditation Retreat
…makaya, Thailand during the period 29-31 January 1999. The pretext for the event was to express the wholesome virtue of filial piety towards their fathers.
The first-ever ordination program initiated in 1998 culminated in a spectacular event from January 29-31, 1999, at Wat Phra Dhammakaya, Thailand. Approximately 100,000 men gathered to practice moral a
The Reflection of Stillness: Discovering Inner Peace
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The Reflection of Stillness: Discovering Inner Peace
…giving me this opportunity. Last, but not least, I would like to thank Woraphat Anaworayan, without whose unyielding support and encouragement, this translation would never have been completed. May the l…
This text explores the concept of ordaining as a means to develop patience and self-reflection in our fast-paced world. A venerable monk teaches the significance of stillness through the metaphor of l
The Evolution of Dhamma in Thai Society
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The Evolution of Dhamma in Thai Society
…that further study of the Dhamma was no longer necessary. Until World War II, the number of people who studied abroad increased steadily. An increase in the educated population of Thailand reflected thi…
บทความนี้สำรวจการเปลี่ยนแปลงและการลดลงของการศึกษาเกี่ยวกับธรรมะในสังคมไทย โดยเฉพาะอย่างยิ่งในช่วงหลังกรุงรัตนโกสินทร์ เมื่อระบบการศึกษาหมุนเข้าสู่แนวทางตะวันตก ส่งผลให้ผู้คนเริ่มเชื่อว่า ความรู้ด้านวิ
The Path to Nibbana and the Challenges of Lay Life
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The Path to Nibbana and the Challenges of Lay Life
… us the wisdom of his experience by showing us the path to Nibbana, beginning with ordination. "He who lives outside Dhamma (the layperson), walks on a narrow path clouded from the truth. By embracing D…
After six years of self-mortification, the Buddha discovered Niramisasukha, close to death multiple times. He emphasized living by the Dhamma for true happiness, urging ordination to escape worldly po
The Motives and Challenges of Ordination
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The Motives and Challenges of Ordination
…their life for the teachings of Lord Buddha, and in their desire to become an **Arahant**, a person who has rid his mind of all impurities. Some of these **Arahants** accumulated great merits over past l…
…ught to become Arahants, purifying their minds, as illustrated by the story of a seven-year-old boy who quickly grasped the Buddha's teachings and achieved Arahant status. Such motivations often stem fro…
The Timeless Teachings of the Buddha
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The Timeless Teachings of the Buddha
…o that we may learn from their life story, and set them as an example to follow. One of these monks whom we can learn from is Rohana
After leaving this world, the Buddha offered the teachings of the Dhamma as a guide for his followers. His teachings have withstood the test of time, showcasing their timeless relevance. The commitmen